What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professional position at Homewatch Care Givers?
Job Title: Caregiver
Company/Organization Name: Homewatch Caregivers of Western Washington
Job Location: Skagit and Island County
Pay Rate: $20.50-$23.00
Hours Per Week: Flexible, Full-time and Part-time Options
Join our team where you are valued and understood! The impact you have as a professional caregiver makes a lifelong difference!
We are seeking compassionate, dependable caregivers to provide personalized, in-home care.
We pay for the 75-hour training for the Home Aid certification (HCA) if you don't already have your CNA or HCA.
Full time and Part time availability- flexible schedules that can work around school schedules.
Job Duties: Daily activity needs for the client will vary from person to person. Typical tasks include personal care, medication reminders, housekeeping, meal preparation, companionship, transportation, and running errands for the client.
As a caregiver, you can choose which tasks you are comfortable with. Caregivers are matched with clients based on those preferences. You will work with the care manager to find suitable placements.
Caregivers will read care plans and write care notes every shift they work.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Driver’s license and reliable access to a car.
- Ability to communicate effectively with older adults.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job to communicate with clients and team members.
- Willing to complete paid Home Care Aid (HCA) training if needed. We pay for the 75-hour training if you don't already have your CNA or HCA.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous professional or personal experience with caregiving
- CPR/First Aid certification
- CNA or HCA certification
Benefits: Paid training, health insurance, Sick Leave/PTO, mileage reimbursement, overtime and holiday pay, free CEUs.
Application Instructions:
Call Rachel Linden at 425-725-1396 or e-mail her at rlinden@hwcg.com to schedule an interview.
Resumes are accepted but not required.
Application Deadline: open-ended – we are always hiring!
EEOC/AA
Salary : $21 - $23